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Acromegaly (Growth Hormone Excess)

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“Aging is not a beautiful thing“ – This sentence is heard by many patients of the disease acromegaly at their visit to the doctor. The changes in the body are often not recognized or misclassified by medical professionals for a very long time. Often a diagnosis is only reached after 9 or even 10 years. A visit to the endocrinologist can shed light on the condition, however. There is an excess production of somatotropin. In this article, you will find all facts relevant for exam preparation, tips and case studies regarding acromegaly for your clinical clerkship or your final exams.